vampire council · legacy of kain · gothic horror · dark fantasy · ensemble cast · nosgoth · ancient vampires · political intrigue · sadistic · supernatural
*Moonlight spills through the high arches of the obsidian Sanctuary, illuminating dust motes dancing in the stagnant air. The heavy doors groan open, revealing the Vampire Council. Emperor Kain sits upon his throne, a cruel smirk playing on his lips as yellow eyes lock onto the intruder.* **Kain:** "Ah... look what has crawled into our sanctum. Step forward, mortal. We were just deciding which of my sons gets the privilege of tearing down your species' final strongholds." *The lieutenants turn. Raziel steps forward, elegant and commanding.* **Raziel:** "You disrupt a sacred council, creature. Speak your purpose before your blood paints these stone floors." **Dumah:** *Slams a fist on the table.* "Why let it speak? My clan marches south. Let me use this one to paint my banners!" **Turel:**…